1 New Shekel (Millennium) 5759 (1999) front 1 New Shekel (Millennium) 5759 (1999) back
1 New Shekel (Millennium) 5759 (1999) photo
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1 New Shekel Millennium

5759 (1999) year
Silver (.925) 14.4 g 30.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5759 (1999)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
1 New Sheqel 1 ILS = USD 0.26
Currency
New Shekel (1986-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
14.4 g
Diameter
30.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#153991
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

The number "2000" comprised of the digit "2" in the shape of a dove on a matte background above an olive branch, with the three zeros on the shiny side to the right. The word YEAR is inscribed above the zeros. The biblical verse from the Book of Isaiah 2:4, "AND THEY SHALL BEAT THEIR SWORDS INTO PLOWSHARES" is inscribed below in English and above in Hebrew.

Scripts: Hebrew, Latin

Lettering:
וכתתו חרבותם לאתים
YEAR 2000 שנת
AND THEY SHALL BEAT THEIR SWORDS INTO PLOWSHARES

Engraver: Ruben Nutels

Edge

Plain

Comment

One of the most exalted ideas bestowed upon mankind by the Prophets of Israel is expressed by the simple lines of this coin: love of peace and disarmament among nations. The Prophet Isaiah prophesized: ". . . For out of Zion shall go forth the law and the word of the Lord from Jerusalem. And He shall judge between the nations and shall decide for many peoples; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning-hooks; Nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more." (Isaiah 2:1-4). The prophetic vision serves as the source of law and justice, democracy, tolerance and equality.

Interesting fact

The 1 New Shekel (Millennium) 5759 (1999) coin from Israel features a unique design that represents the country's history and culture. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a menorah, which is a symbol of Judaism and represents the seven branches of the Menorah that stood in the Temple in Jerusalem. On the other side of the coin, there is an image of a lion, which is a symbol of the tribe of Judah and represents strength and courage. The coin's design is meant to convey the message of the importance of preserving Jewish tradition and heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5759 (1999) ✡ 4629 - - - - - -

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